Brian F. Licuanan, PhD, MS Chief Psychologist (PSY# 27276)

Dr. Licuanan completed an MA in Psychology from Pepperdine University as well as an MS in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and a PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University of Oklahoma. He completed his pre-doctoral internship at the University of Missouri-Kansas City and post-doctoral training at Moorpark College, Moorpark, CA. He also acquired sleep training at St. Luke's Hospital of Kansas City, MO. Dr. Licuanan has extensive experience working with clients presenting with a wide-range of concerns including depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance dependence, and dual-diagnosis while also facilitating adolescent and adult process groups as a recommended supplement for his clients' treatment. Furthermore, he specializes in and treats sleep disorders (i.e. insomnia) using an empirically validated treatment. Dr. Licuanan treats from an integrative orientation, drawing particularly from Cognitive Behavioral and Psychodynamic therapeutic approaches.Additionally, Dr. Licuanan is part of the clinical treatment team for A Mission for Michael, Inc. and is the lead facilitator for the National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI) working with families at Laguna Beach Mission Hospital. He is also the CEO and Co-Founder for Myriad Behavioral Solutions--a medical corporation that provides teams of psychiatric and psychological clinicians to elderly care facilities.

Dr. Licuanan practices at offices in Newport Beach, Laguna Niguel, and Tustin. For questions or to schedule an appointment, call 714.469.1418 or email brianlicuanan@hotmail.com

Lisa Bahar, LMFT, LPCC

Lisa Bahar is licensed marriage and family therapist, licensed professional clinical counselor and a certified drug and alcohol counselor. Lisa Bahar provides psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families and specializes in treating addiction, mood and personality disorders.

Lisa Bahar specializes in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Informed Skills Training and works to provide clients the most comprehensive care based on their clinical needs and goals. She is also known as a creative therapist using a unique therapeutic process called Cinema-Therapy.

Lisa Bahar received her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis and Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University and her Bachelor of Arts degree in Cinema Television Production from University of Southern California.

Lisa Bahar practices out of Southern California Psychiatric Associates Laguna Niguel location on Saturdays and has an primary office located in Newport Beach.

Brandon Vazirian received his Master’s in Counseling from California State University Fullerton with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. Brandon has experience working with a variety of populations and age groups. He has worked in hospital settings with severe mental disorders, out patient clinics working with children, adults and families, as well as residential facilities working with a variety of mental disorders with a concentration on trauma and PTSD. Brandon is also certified in Triple P (Positive Parenting Program), which is an evidenced based therapy modality that works with families who have difficult children or teens. His current area of focus in practice has been with mood disorders and anxiety disorders with an emphasis on PTSD. Brandon works with adults, adolescents, children and families.

Tel (714) 980-3912

Mona Dow, MS, LMFT

Mona Dow completed her Bachelor's degree at UCI in Psychology and received her Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Cal State Fullerton. She is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience working with a range of issues including Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Anger, Bipolar Disorders, and Psychosis. She uses a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach and enjoys working with adults, children, adolescents, and families.

Hegi Khajavi, MA, AMFT #73309

Hegi Khajavi received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Cal State University Long Beach. She received her Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University with emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. She does therapy with clients dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, Bipolar and has provided individual, couples and group therapy. She is trained in EMDR and can provide trauma based therapy with this technique.

Hegi Khajavi can be reached at (949) 422-4696 or via email at hk5200@yahoo.com. for more information visit www.IrvineFamilyTherapy.com

Leila Entezam, MBA, LMFT# 94693

Leila has a B.S. in Neuroscience with a minor in Psychology, a M.B.A., a M.A. With Distinction in Counseling and Psychology, and ongoing self-study in neuroscience and neuropsychology. Leila’s approach to therapy focuses on a loving kindness path that explores both the logical and emotional factors that drive behavior, how our history has shaped who we’ve become today, and how the mind-body connection can be used as a tool in healing.

Additionally, an extensive background in business management affords Leila the unique ability to connect with the mental health challenges facing business professionals, enabling her to provide Executive Coaching services as well. This background is complemented by her many years of service in high-stress environments, including a teen homeless shelter, Tijuana orphanages, several years in the Emergency Room, and a brief stint in juvenile hall. Clinically, Leila has also worked in an Early Memory Loss (EML) program for those diagnosed with EML or Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) as well as a diversion program for youth and adolescents.

Leila is a published writer for several publications. She also serves as a volunteer Council Member for the Sameuli Academy Charter High School for underserved youth. Additional passions include yoga, teaching, public speaking, mentoring, and creative writing/spoken word. Leila is fluent in Farsi and conversational in Spanish.

Phone: 424-234-MIND (6463)

Reno Galassi, LMFT

A licensed clinician since 1985, the span of my practice has included private and institutional scope lending a wide range of experience from initial assessmet and triage, through skill building and problem solving in daily life, to the discovery and development of the independence self. I am continually encouraged in my work by the experience of accompanying my clients on their pathway to possibility and hope when their lives have been affected by situational misfortune, emotional stress and conflict.

If you are new to treatment or are concerned about a loved one or family member and have questions, a confidential assessment session is a good place to start. If you are aware of a problem pattern in your life, let's explore that privately and confidentially.

Do you need support with stress management, relational conflict, coping skills, anxiety management, habit control, co-dependency or chemical dependency, grief and loss, acceptance of a new diagnosis, or letting go? Taking some private time to sort through and operationally define the problem is an approach that has proven itself to my clients over the years. It is the first step in clinical problem solving.

Please Remember:

If you need help, give yourself the permission to get the help you need.

Tel. 949-452- 0077 x4

Tonja M. Gaudette, MA, MSW (ASW # 28817) Clinical Social Worker

Special areas of interest: Mood Disorders, Schizophrenia and other Psychotic Disorders, Relationship and Anger Challenges, Chemical Dependency and Dual Diagnose Impairments. Works with Adults, adolescents, children, and families.

Services: Individual, family and group therapy. Consultation and advocacy regarding hospitalizations and mental health legal system. Education and linkage to Community Resources